What happened on Thursday June 26, 1980?

Here's what happened on June 26, 1980:

• France's Neutron Bomb Development French President Valery Giscard d'Estaing officially announced France's successful development of the neutron bomb, a controversial weapon designed to maximize lethal radiation while minimizing physical infrastructure damage. This technological advancement was significant in the context of Cold War military strategies and nuclear deterrence.
• Itavia Flight 870 Mysterious Crash A McDonnell Douglas DC-9 belonging to the Italian airline Itavia crashed into the Tyrrhenian Sea near Palermo after an unexplained mid-air explosion. All 81 passengers and crew members were killed in this tragic incident. The crash remains one of the most mysterious aviation disasters in Italian history, with ongoing speculation about potential terrorist involvement or military intervention.

Events in 1980

June 26, 1980: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Jun. 26, 1980

Newspapers from Jun. 26, 1980

June 26, 1980 was a Thursday and it was the 178th day of the year 1980 in the Gregorian calendar.

June 26, 1980 can also be written as 6/26/1980 in the US and as 26/6/1980 in UK and Europe.

June 26, 1980 in June 1980 calendar

Famous people born on June 26, 1980:

• Uday Kiran

  Uday Kiran was a notable Telugu cinema actor who made significant contributions to the Indian film industry during his career.

• Jason Schwartzman

  Jason Schwartzman is an accomplished American actor from the renowned Coppola-Shire family, known for his roles in independent films and his...

• Michael Vick

  Michael Vick is a former NFL quarterback known for his revolutionary playing style, exceptional athleticism, and controversial career.

• Sinik (rapper)

  Sinik is a prominent French rapper recognized for his introspective lyrics and significant influence in the French hip-hop scene.

• Rémy Vercoutre

  Rémy Vercoutre is a French soccer goalkeeper who played for Caen and was known for his professional career in French football.

• Chris Shelton

  American baseball player.

• Michael Jackson

  English footballer.

Famous people born in 1980

Famous people born on June 26th

June 26, 1980: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on June 26, 1980 was Coming Up (Live At Glasgow) by Paul McCartney, according to the music chart for the week June 23rd and June 29th.

1. Paul McCartney - Coming Up (Live At Glasgow)
2. Paul McCartney - Coming Up
3. Lipps, Inc. - Funkytown
4. Bette Midler - The Rose
5. Billy Joel - It's Still Rock And Roll To Me

June 26, 1980: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on June 26, 1980 was Crying by Don McLean, according to the music chart for the week June 23rd and June 29th.

1. Don McLean - Crying
2. MASH - Theme From 'M*A*S*H' (Suicide is Painless)
3. Lipps Inc - Funky Town
4. Roberta Flack & Donny Hathaway - Back Together Again
5. Hot Chocolate - No Doubt About It

June 26, 1980: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on June 26, 1980 was Take Your Time (Do It Right) by The S.O.S. Band, according to the music chart for the week June 23rd and June 29th.

1. The S.O.S. Band - Take Your Time (Do It Right)
2. Jermaine Jackson - Let's Get Serious
3. Stephanie Mills - Sweet Sensation
4. Gladys Knight And The Pips - Landlord
5. Change - A Lover's Holiday

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for June 26th is Cancer.

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Cancer is the 4th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between June 21st and July 22nd belong to the Cancer sign: discover Cancer personality and who should a Cancer marry.

Babies born in June are either Gemini or Cancer. People born before June 20th are Gemini, while people born from June 21st have the sign of Cancer.

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June 26, 1980: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for June 26, 1980 is Monkey and the associated element is Metal.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on June 26, 1980 was Waxing gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on June 26, 1980 and is determined by the portion of the Moon's illuminated surface that is visible from Earth.

An observer located in New York City on June 26, 1980 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 98% full, rising at 06:51 pm and setting at 04:56 am.

The previous full moon was on May 29, 1980 while the next full moon would come on Jun 28, 1980.

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Your place in the Universe on June 26, 1980

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Someone born on June 26, 1980 is:

44 years 10 months old,

or 538 months and 18 days old,

or 2341 weeks and 6 days old,

or 16393 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on June 26, 1980?

There are 43 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday June 26th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on June 26, 1980?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on June 26, 1980.

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